Loading map...

2017 Map of Iron Mine Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Iron Mine Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Iron Mine Mountain stands as the central landmark in this high-elevation landscape where three distinct national forests—the Wasatch National Forest, Ashley National Forest, and Uinta National Forest—converge. The region is defined by significant hydrological engineering, notably the Duchesne Tunnel and the Hades Rhoades Tunnel, which facilitate water movement across the rugged terrain of the Uinta Mountains. This survey reveals a landscape shaped by both natural drainage systems like the Provo River and Duchesne River, and human-made landmarks such as the Duchesne Monument.

The infrastructure for recreational and resource access is documented through trails and specialized routes, including the Mirror Lake Highway Winter and the Phelps Brook ATV Trail. High-country basins are dotted with water bodies such as Alexander Lake, Broadhead Lake, and Iron Mine Lake, while terrain features like Cataract Gorge and Rhoades Canyon illustrate the steep vertical relief of the territory. The presence of Smooth Rock Falls and Spruce Springs Reservoir further highlights the critical role of water management in this high-altitude wilderness.